Reports say Police have arrested two persons including the Bayelsa State sender of the barretta pistol and four rounds of ammunition that led to the killing of Oghenemine Ogidi by ASP Nuhu Usman in Effurun, Delta state. A source said two suspects were moved into the Effurun Area Command under the Delta State Police Command…
“I shall introduce laws and resolutions that will promote economic activities and engender development in Otuan, Amassoma, and Amatolo. By the grace of God, I will also use the legislative office to collaborate with the executive arm of government to attract meaningful projects and empower our people.”
By Godgift Obodo A retired Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 16, covering Bayelsa and Rivers states, Mr. Johnson O. Adenola, has called on upcoming police officers to key into the reforms of the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, and uphold the integrity of the force. AIG Adenola made the call during his…
The National Chairman of the Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), Amb. Godknows Boladei Igali, has felicitated with the Chief Executive Officer of Erevision MediaTV, Mr. Robinson Ere Erebi, on the occasion of his 63rd birthday on May 2, 2026. In a message to Mr. Erebi, Amb. Igali said, “Praise God for this wonderful day. Congratulations…
Hon. Engr. Rodney Ebikebina Ambaiowei has formally taken a bold step toward continuity and greater service delivery by collecting, completing, and submitting his APC Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms for re-election into the House of Representatives. His decision reflects a clear commitment to sustain and expand the developmental strides already recorded across Southern Ijaw…
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Olatunji Disu, has announced a major operational reform in the Nigeria Police Force with the creation and nationwide deployment of Violent Crime Response Units (VCRUs). Naijapunchnews reports that the new units will replace Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) teams across the country. Disu disclosed this on Tuesday during an emergency…
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has ordered the transfer of 1,332 police officers from the Delta State Command following the controversial extrajudicial killing of a 28-year-old suspect, Mene Ogidi, in Effurun. The development comes amid growing public outrage over the alleged killing, reportedly carried out by an Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP), Nuhu Usman….
Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has advised the electoral committee for the forthcoming Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) election to be fair to all contestants and ensure a credible process. Governor Diri gave the charge on Tuesday when the IYC President, Comrade Jonathan Lokpobiri, presented the Dr. Charles Ikimi-led electoral committee to him at…
The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed that officers dismissed over their alleged involvement in the killing of Mene Ogidi have been transferred to the appropriate authorities for prosecution. In a statement released on Monday, police authorities disclosed that the decision followed the conclusion of internal disciplinary proceedings, which found the officers culpable of serious misconduct…
On behalf of the EMTV News team, I extend warm birthday wishes to Mr. Wilson Bio as he celebrates today. Mr. Bio is a proud Ijaw son in the diaspora who continues to contribute positively to the development of his beloved Bayelsa State through his insightful social media commentary and promotion of our culture. We…
